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The pathogen Epidermophyton responsible for ringworm disease in humans belongs to the same kingdom of organisms as that of
BiologyBiological ClassificationNEET
Options:
  • A Wuchereria, a roundworm
  • B Entamoeba, a protozoan
  • C Mucor, a mould
  • D Taenia, a tapeworm
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Mucor, a mould
Epidermophyton is a genus of fungi. This fungi causes ringworm infections. This belongs to Ascomycetes. This is known to cause infections of skin and nails. Mucor is a common mould. It is filamentous fungi found on decaying fruits and vegetables. Thus both belong to same kingdom i.e. Kingdom Fungi.

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